Panoramic X-ray
A panoramic X-ray, also called an OPG, shows the upper and lower teeth and jaws together in a single 2D image.
How we use it
Your dentist may use it to check the position of wisdom teeth, look at teeth that have not come through, or get a wider view before selected treatment.
Equipment at Highfield
KaVo OP 3D
The panoramic mode gives us a broad view in one image, without placing a detector inside your mouth.
FAQs
What happens during a panoramic X-ray?
We position your head and ask you to keep still while the unit moves around you. You may be asked to bite gently on a small positioning guide.
Is an OPG the same as a CBCT scan?
An OPG gives a single wide 2D image. A CBCT scan gives a 3D view and may be used when your dentist needs to see depth or look at an area in more detail.
Can it replace small X-rays?
Sometimes a wide view is useful, but a small X-ray can show finer detail of specific teeth. Your dentist will choose the view needed for your assessment.